I am wondering why it seems that plastic surgeons do not use the method of radio surgery for mole removal? Or maybe some do? I understand there is still a sample for biopsy after removal this way, so that could not be the reason. I recently had 2 removed by excision but found out about radio surgery after the fact. I have more I will want removed in the future and if there is some reason not to use this method I would like to know. Thanks
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Bleaching creams, such as hydroquinone, work by preventing your pigment cells from making too much dark pigment. They do not help with redness. In general, red scars should improve by 6-12 months after surgery. If the redness does not improve, there are several lasers that can help.
When a mole is removed by shaving it off, there is no guarantee that it will not recur. I usually recommend that if the mole is on the face, a shave excision with biopsy is advised. If that mole keeps recurring, then a complete surgical excision may be recommended.
Virtually all dermatologists would recommend obtaining clear margins with severely atypical nevi. It is a bit more controversial with moderate atypia. However, I feel it is not worth taking a chance and these should be excised as well. You do not want to leave atypical cells behind. Also, it...